Summer Abroad Programs

UR Summer Study Abroad

University of Richmond faculty-led summer study abroad programs are handled through the School of Continuing Studies. In summer 2010, there are going to be programs in Argentina, the Czech Republic, England, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, Jordan, Peru, South Africa, and Spain. Please visit the SCS summer study abroad website for program descriptions, credits, dates, fees, and application instructions.

UR Summer Internships

In 2010, UR will sponsor summer internships in Australia, Berlin, Dublin, London, Mexico, and South Africa. Further information is on the SCS summer study abroad website as well as on the UR Summer Internship Page.

Students interested in other summer internship opportunities (non-Richmond sponsored) are encouraged to browse the international internship resources available in the International Resource Center (IRC) in Puryear 114 and/or to consult the Internships section of the Study Abroad web site.

Non-UR Summer Study Abroad

In addition to the numerous summer study abroad programs run directly by faculty at the University of Richmond, many UR partner institutions or affiliates have summer opportunities where UR students may earn credit abroad. There are also many other non-Richmond partner institutions that offer summer programs, and these programs are acceptable provided they are accredited programs. We call all of these "non-UR" for the summer, whether they are a Richmond partner institution for the semester/year or not, in order to avoid confusing them with the Richmond faculty-led summer programs.  A sampling of known partner/affiliate programs by geographic region is listed below. To find other non-UR options, students might search http://www.iiepassport.org or check the International Resource Center in Puryear 114 for information. 

In order to participate in a non-UR summer program, you do not need to apply through the University of Richmond, nor do you need to pay any fees to the University of Richmond. Students should apply directly to the program or abroad university. However, students planning to transfer credit from non-UR summer study abroad programs toward their Richmond degree (e.g., UVA-Valencia in the summer) must have the courses approved prior to study abroad. Two forms are due to the Office of International Education in Puryear Hall by April 30 preceding the summer abroad: a one-page datasheet and a Study Abroad Course Approval Form. Both forms are available in 101A Puryear Hall. Advising through the OIE is available, if students have questions during the decision-making and application process. Students with questions should contact studyabroad@richmond.edu. 
 

Summer Programs in Asia/Turkey/India 

HKU (Hong Kong, China)
Hong Kong University's "Asia as the Global Future" Program runs for 4 weeks each summer (2009 dates:  June 21-July 19; summer 2010 dates have yet to be announced, but should be similar). The aim of this Institute will be to enhance an awareness of the importance of Asia in world affairs. In doing so, it seeks to create an interactive learning environment where international students of high academic calibre combine knowledge acquired from lectures and seminars with an understanding of real world problems through fieldtrips in Hong Kong, Macau, Shanghai, Hangzhou, and Seoul. Cost is approximately $3,500 plus a $45 application fee.  Final deadline to apply was March 31, 2009 (summer 2010 information will be posted when available, but the dates are likely to be similar). Click here to open a brochure for more information or here to link to the website.

HKU (Hong Kong, China)
In addition to the program above, HKU will also hold a Summer Institute in the Arts and Humanities from June 21-August 14, 2010. The theme is "film," with film directors and stars visiting campus, and a number of other course topics will be on offer. There will also be evening concerts and festivals for students to attend. Interested students must contact Michele Cox at mcox@richmond.edu. See http://arts.hku.hk/summerinstitute/ for more information.

Yonsei University (Seoul, South Korea)
This international summer school offers a variety of coursework in Korean Studies/Language, East Asian Studies/History, Int'l Studies, Business & Economics, Social Sciences, and Science/Engineering. Students take 2-3 courses at 3 credits each (or equivalent in units). Students are also able to participate in an internship if they desire (earlier application deadline--due April 9). Regular summer application due May 14, but earlier applications encouraged. Click here for information on fees, housing, etc.

National Chengchi University (Taipei, Taiwan)
NCCU offers a summer program in Mandarin language from early June - late August. UR students are able to return to Richmond in time for the beginning of fall classes. More information is available on the Mandarin Studies Program web site.

Thammasat University (Bangkok, Thailand) offers two programs:  Buddhism and Thai Society, which is unfortunately already listed as "full" for summer 09, and a one month program on Thai Culture.

Bilkent University (Ankara, Turkey) English taught courses offered in a wide array of subjects. For more information, click http://www.bilkent.edu.tr/bilkent/academic/summer-school/.

McGill University (Montreal, Canada) has summer courses available to international students. Please see the following website for program details: http://www.mcgill.ca/summer/. You can also email summer.studies@mcgill.ca.

Summer Programs in Europe

WU-Wien (Vienna, Austria)
WU Summer University at the Vienna University of Economics and Business Administration is designed to deepen specific business knowledge and provide a multicultural education. Courses include practical applications and company visits, and extracurricular activities are encouraged. English language program dates for summer 09 are: July 6-24 or July 27-August 14. Cost is approximately $2,800. The application deadline for both programs was April 6, 2009 (summer 2010 information will be posted when available). Click here for online application.

DIS (Copenhagen, Denmark)
DIS has excellent 3 or 6 week summer programs. To see a full listing of course offerings, please see the following website: http://www.dis.dk/AcademicSU/index.php.  To determine which subjects are offered during the summer, click on "description" beside the course of interest. 

Copenhagen Business School (Copenhagen, Denmark)
Copenhagen Business School (CBS) offers a 6 ½ week summer program that runs from late June until the beginning of August. Courses are taught in economics, business administration, and the Danish language, among others (to view complete course offerings, click here). For program details, please see: http://uk.cbs.dk/cbs_international/summer_university.
You can also email Marie Brunet at summer@cbs.dk. The application is available online.  Due March 15, 2009 for summer 09 (similar deadline expected for 2010--to be determined).

University of Lancaster (Lancaster, England)
The University of Lancaster, located in the beautiful "Lake District," hosts a 4-week late summer program offering three different academic areas: Humanities, Science, and European Affairs. Program dates are from August 13-September 11, 2009. Click here for more information.

Oxford University (Oxford, England)
Click here for more information.

U. Paris-Dauphine (MICEFA) Program (France)
This "Europe in the 21st Century" program includes coursework taught in English + French language courses. The program awards 6 ECTS credits/3 U.S. credits (or equivalent in Richmond units). See here for a PDF brochure about the program.

Université Catholique de Lille (France)
Spend a month studying at a private university in the northeast of France; earn up to 6 U.S. credits (or the equivalent in the unit system). Programs available in European Studies, French Arts, French Culture & Society, Business and Management, Engineering, and Communications. Tuition, room, and board is about 2,200-2,550 EUROS. See Lille Summer Study Abroad to find out more. Deadline for the June program was March 15, 2009 and the deadline for the July program was April 15, 2009 (summer 2010 details will be posted when available, but dates are likely to be similar).

NUI, Galway (Galway, Ireland)
Galway offers summer study in Irish Language, Irish Studies, Education in Ireland, International Writers, Archaeology, Art, and English Language (including TEFL certificate). Dates and costs vary by program. Click here for more information and an application.

U. of Ulster (Northern Ireland)
The University of Ulster offers a 4-week credit-bearing summer program entitled "The North:  Ulster & Ireland History, Culture, and Identities."  2009 dates:  June 29 to July 18.  2009 deadline:  May 1, 2009.  Cost:  2500 pounds (about $3800). Tuition, tours, meals, housing, etc. all covered (you only have to pay for airfare and personal expenses).  Visit http://www.summerschoolulster.co.uk or click here and here for complete details.

Bocconi University (Milan, Italy)
Click here for more information.

University of Edinburgh (Edinburgh, Scotland)
Scottish Universities' International Summer School (SUISS) offers courses in British literature, creative writing, history, and culture. Program dates are July 13 - August 21, 2009. Students may stay for a full 6 weeks or attend either the first or second 3 week term. Costs vary by term and program. Click here for more information and application.

University of St. Andrews (St. Andrews, Scotland)
The St. Andrews International Summer Programme runs from July 4-August 8, 2009 and is designed primarily for students who are about to enter or who have just completed their junior year. Modules are taught on 'Scotland in Europe' and 'Literature' via the Schools of History and English, respectively. Includes excursions to sites of relevant historical and literary interest across Scotland. Cost: 2900 pounds (about $4400). Visit http://www.st-andrews.ac.uk/isp for more information. 

St. Louis Madrid (Madrid, Spain)
SLU Madrid offers summer programs from 2 to 5 weeks in duration. Courses are available in a large variety of subjects including, but not limited to Art, Business, History, English, Math, Political Sciences, hard sciences, and Spanish. Click here for more course information.

Santiago de Compostela (Santiago de Compostela, Spain)
Santiage de Compostela offers summer courses in Spanish language and culture for international students. Programs can be from 2 to 12 weeks long from June - September. Course costs range from approximately $360 for 2 weeks to $1700 for 12 weeks with additional accommodation costs. Click here for more information and application.

Deusto (San Sebastian and Bilbao, Spain)
Deusto International Summer University runs from late June to late July. Each student will enroll in an intensive Spanish language course and complete coursework in one of several tracks: Spanish Language & Culture; Business, International Relations, & Spanish; Intensive Spanish; or Spanish Language & Culture for Spanish Teachers. Click here for more information and application.

Uppsala U. (Uppsala, Sweden)
Uppsala International Summer Session runs from mid June to early August in two, four, six, or eight week blocks. Intensive Swedish language courses are available for all levels, including complete beginners, along with additional coursework in Swedish or in English (such as Swedish Film, etc.). Excursions around Sweden are included in the program. Interested students should go to http://www.uiss.org for more information.

Bilkent University (Ankara, Turkey) English taught courses offered in a wide array of subjects. For more information, click http://www.bilkent.edu.tr/bilkent/academic/summer-school/.

Universidad Torcuato Di Tella (Buenos Aires, Argentina)
UTDT offers a one-week course in "Doing Business in Argentina" during the 3rd week of May. This course meets for 30 hours and includes company visits and networking opportunities with UTDT MBA students. More information available on the web page. 

Tecnologico de Monterrey--ITESM (Monterrey, Mexico)
ITESM-Monterrey offered two summer options in 2009. The first was a special Mayan Route program, which took place from May 31-June 26, 2009 (with an optional trip from June 26-29). This program offered two courses:  Spanish Language and Mexican History (6 credits total).  The regular summer program also ran from May 26-July 8, 2009 and had different options like Spanish as a Second Language, Mexican Business and Culture, Spanish for Medicine, or a Community Service Program (select courses for a total of 6 credits). More information is available on the brochure or web page.  Summer '10 information will be posted when available, but dates will likely be similar.   

Summer Programs in Russia

Bard-Smolny Summer Language Intensive
Bard College offers four and eight week intensive language summer sessions, held at Smolny College in Russia. A total of 22 hours of instruction are offered weekly. Highlights of the extensive cultural program include visits to St. Petersburg's museums, concerts, architectural monuments, and environs, as well as an overnight trip to northwestern Russia. The application deadline for summer 09 was March 1, 2009 and students can expect a similar deadline for next year (TBD). For more information, go to http://www.smolny.org/bard-smolny/summer/.

Summer Programs Worldwide

IES study abroad offers more than 10 summer programs in Europe, South America, Asia, and Australia. Dates and costs vary by program. Click here for more information.

CIEE offers more than 20 summer programs in Europe, Latin America, Asia, Africa, and the Caribbean. Dates and costs vary by program. Click here for more information.

School for International Training (SIT): SIT offers summer programs (6-7 weeks long) in various countries around the world. Click here for more information.  

School for Field Studies (SFS):  SFS offers 30-day summer programs addressing critical environmental issues in Australia/New Zealand, Kenya, Turks and Caicos, Costa Rica, Mexico, and a new wildlife management program in Tanzania. Click here for more information.